Edward Gibbon Wakefield: The Colonization Of South Australia And New Zealand

By Richard Garnett

Book Overview

Edward Gibbon Wakefield: The Colonization Of South Australia And New Zealand by R. Garnett is a historical account of the life and work of Edward Gibbon Wakefield, a British politician and colonial reformer who played a significant role in the colonization of South Australia and New Zealand. The book traces Wakefield's life from his early years as a troubled youth to his rise as a prominent figure in British politics and his eventual exile to New Zealand. The author explores Wakefield's controversial theories on colonial settlement, which emphasized the importance of social and economic planning in the establishment of successful colonies. Garnett examines Wakefield's involvement in the founding of the South Australia Company and the New Zealand Company, both of which were instrumental in the colonization of these regions. The book also delves into Wakefield's personal life, including his relationships with his family, friends, and colleagues. Garnett provides a detailed analysis of Wakefield's political and economic theories, as well as his impact on the development of British colonial policy. Overall, Edward Gibbon Wakefield: The Colonization Of South Australia And New Zealand is a comprehensive and insightful study of an important figure in colonial history, shedding light on the complex social, economic, and political factors that shaped the colonization of South Australia and New Zealand.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163294985
• ISBN13: 9781163294987
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 412 Pages
• Weight: 1.21 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"